New development director

The Archdiocese of San Francisco has announced the appointment of Rod Linhares as director of development. Linhares comes from a fundraising background, including with Linhares and Olwell Associates in San Mateo. “Throughout Rod’s career he has demonstrated the ability to create development programs, design strategic plans, and solicit major gifts,” Jesuit Father John Piderit, vicar for administration for the archdiocese, said in a statement. “He is also recognized as a dynamic spokesperson and advocate, with a reputation for developing alliances, building strategic partnerships, and increasing organizations’ visibility.” Linhares holds a graduate degree in business from the University of San Francisco. He and his family are members of St. Gregory Parish, San Mateo.